2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 2004 Bentley Arnage

To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bentley Arnage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bentley Arnage would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2004 Bentley Arnage. (401 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Bentley Arnage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 197 kg more than 2008 Bentley Continental GT.

Because 2008 Bentley Continental GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Bentley Continental GT. (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Bentley Continental GT.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Bentley Continental GT 2004 Bentley Arnage
Make Bentley Bentley
Model Continental GT Arnage
Year Released 2008 2004
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6000 cc 6750 cc
Engine Type W V
Horse Power 641 HP 401 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 780 Nm 875 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2150 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 104.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.2 mm 99.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2388 kg 2585 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5400 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 3070 mm
Fuel Consumption 13.8 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 23.5 L/100km 23.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.1 L/100km 20.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 100 L


 

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